Metamorphosis *multi-part work*
Metamorphosis - by Zed Sheikh
Metamorphosis - by Zed Sheikh
Metamorphosis - by Zed Sheikh
Artwork# 2
About the Artist
Name: Zed Sheikh
School: OCADU
Program: Photography
Artist Bio: Zed is a non-binary storyteller and photographer based in Mississauga, Ontario, graduating from OCAD University. Their work captures the true spirit of life's most authentic moments, exploring gender identity, self-perception, and the energy of human connection. Music has always been Zed's comfort, transforming their concert photography into something more than just documentation, an emotional journey that captures the spirit of live performances. That deep, personal bond with music shapes Zed’s photographic approach, allowing them to capture not just images but powerful visual narratives. Zed’s photography delves into the body as a site of transformation, tension, and reclamation. Through their lens, they showcase the fluidity of identity, the weight of dysphoria, and the silent dialogues we have within ourselves. Their work invites viewers to see the human experience in all its beauty and complexity. Their photographs witness the power of visual storytelling as an act of confession, liberation, and healing.
Venue Preferences: Queer friendly venues
About the Artwork
Medium: Photography & Textile Sculpture
Size: Images are 16" (width) x 22" (height), Textile Sculpture 60" (height) x 18" (width) x 2" (depth)
Artistic Statement: At its core, Metamorphosis is an act of resistance and self-acceptance. My work speaks to the unending journey of self-discovery, reminding us that identity is always evolving. It is not just about the body—it is about what lies beneath, what is left behind, and what is still emerging. Metamorphosis challenges preconceived notions of gender and allows for empathy, growth, and understanding, embracing the beauty in finding oneself and the fluidity of identity. Metamorphosis documents transformation and challenges conventional understandings of selfhood. It explores reshaping oneself, embracing the beauty of change, and defying expectations, ultimately questioning what it means to exist beyond the binary.
